Who would get the job with a transcript like that? Unfortunately, those are the jobs’ ratings! Now, fill the role with a human, factor in that power tends to corrupt and how power without status can produce worse results. Where are our expectations now?

The Center for Public Integrity’s plan is to bring attention to the specific risks of corruption and move along the slow process of reform. They’ve already helped accelerate efforts in five states and have set it up so you can help do the same in yours.